2006 Chevrolet Express 2500
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2006: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 3 |
| 2023 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
3 of 13 total reports mention: tires.
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While driving on highway tire sidewall failed and caused blow-out of tire. New tires were purchased on 6/12/2012. Nexen tires 2457516A. This is 2ND tire failure for our vehicles. Tire failed at @ 17,000 miles. We have photo's of this tire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-19
Dt*: the contact stated the front tires rubbed against the inside of the fender wells. This occurred while driving at all speeds, while making turns, and rough road conditions. The dealership determined the vehicle needed smaller tires.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-05-12
Steering
3 of 13 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing electric power assist system.
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Drag link snapped left me without steering left rd. Slammed into phone box.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-01-24
Dt*: the contact stated while parked in a driveway, the power steering and brakes failed. As a result, the contact had no power steering or brakes. The failure was discovered from fluid leaking underneath the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-03-13
Wheels
2 of 13 total reports mention: wheels.
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We have a fleet of chevy G2500 express vans in the past 3 month we have had to replace two left front hub assembly units on two different vans is this a usual problem?
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-09
Exterior lighting
2 of 13 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
Electrical system
2 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2006 Chevrolet Express 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2006 Chevrolet Express 2500 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Chevrolet Express 2500?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Chevrolet Express 2500 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.